Mechanical Assembler (Temp to Perm)

About the role

KION North America Corporation, part of KION Group AG, manufactures industrial trucks and warehouse technology including forklifts, pallet trucks and masts. It is hiring mechanical assemblers in Summerville, SC, to assemble forklifts, pallet trucks and/or masts in a climate-controlled production area. The position is temporary to permanent after 3 months, starts at $20.00 per hour as a temp and $21.00 per hour once converted, with increases every 6 months. The schedule is 4 days a week (Monday to Thursday, 6am to 4:30pm) with occasional short-notice overtime on Fridays and Saturdays.

Key responsibilities

• Assemble forklifts, pallet trucks or masts using engineering drawings, schematics or verbal direction
• Operate a crane to move larger parts or equipment
• Perform functional tests and inspections to ensure product quality before delivery to the final inspection area
• Assemble sub-assemblies and wiring harnesses
• Maintain a clean and orderly workstation at all times
• Perform mechanical and electrical modifications to trucks to meet customer requirements

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some mechanical assembly experience; automobile or truck mechanic experience preferred
• Ability to stand for an entire shift and lift up to 50 lbs
• Flexible hours and ability to work overtime on short notice

Required skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
• Familiarity with hand and power tools
• Basic computer skills
• Attention to detail and quality
• Ability to operate a crane and forklift safely

What we offer

• Temporary-to-permanent position after 3 months
• Bonus eligibility
• Hourly pay of $20.00 as a temp and $21.00 after conversion, increasing every 6 months